First prototype rotopax cover/storage bag

[AARDVARK122]

I don't have a sewing machine or I would steal your idea How difficult would it be to sew a gromet for the water pax?

I don’t think it would be real hard.

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[nipeej]

Yes it has the same oval slot on the back to the pack as the rotopax. You just slide the pack on, then the rotopax, and the tighten the rotopax in place, and it all stays in place.
The rack is made by Bad Ass tents. I just had mine power coated chrome after I got it. It was originally black.

Thanks for the info. Does the rack make any wind noise at highway speed?

 

[AARDVARK122]

Thanks for the info. Does the rack make any wind noise at highway speed?

Not any more noise than already noisy roof makes on its own.

 

[Big Pony]

Ok so this is my first prototype/try at making a cover for my rotopax gas cans. The modern look of the rotopax doesn’t match the more vintage look I am going for with my bronco. So I am making a bag that can mount and cover the rotorpax until I need it. I made it big enough to carry my recovery rope and soft shackles. Closed it looks like just a bag, but I can zip open the front and access my rope, and also take the rotopax off easy when needed. I think I am going to need to add a few snaps in places to keep the wind flap from being too bad at 75/80 mph.

Looks awesome and very practical. Great idea and even greater execution!!

 

[turbo_jimbo]

That looks really good!

 

[MNBronc]

Ok so this is my first prototype/try at making a cover for my rotopax gas cans. The modern look of the rotopax doesn’t match the more vintage look I am going for with my bronco. So I am making a bag that can mount and cover the rotorpax until I need it. I made it big enough to carry my recovery rope and soft shackles. Closed it looks like just a bag, but I can zip open the front and access my rope, and also take the rotopax off easy when needed. I think I am going to need to add a few snaps in places to keep the wind flap from being too bad at 75/80 mph.

Awesome work. This looks like a Duluth Canoe Pack or a Frost River pack https://frostriver.com/pages/packs.
If you do not have a sewing machine or capability you can learn here.
https://northhouse.org/courses/canoe-portage-pack-sew-your-own
I took this class and made a canoe pack- but the class is kind of free form and you could make a pack for your Bronco.

 

[EvilJim1971]

After seeing these in person at Super Celebration, the photos don't do them justice.
They look amazing and just seem to fit in perfectly with the build.

 

[AARDVARK122]

After seeing these in person at Super Celebration, the photos don't do them justice.
They look amazing and just seem to fit in perfectly with the build.

Thanks Jim.

 

[AARDVARK122]

I finally got the second one done to complete the look.

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